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LGV Driver / Machine Operator (Night Shifts)
Job Posted: 2 days ago
Salary: £ 16.89 - 16.89 / Hour
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Sittingbourne, Kent
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Job Title: LGV Driver / Machine Operator (Night Shifts)
Location: Kemsley Mill, Sittingbourne
Salary: £16.89 per hour
Hours: Monday - Sunday (4 on 4 off 12hr shift pattern)
Job Type: Permanent / Full time
About Us:
FGS Agri are a Kent based, family-run company providing services to the amenity sector, utility sector, environmental organisations, commercial businesses and agricultural sector.
About the role:
We are seeking an experienced LGV driver to join our team. The primary responsibility will be operating rigid tipping vehicles, with occasional deliveries requiring overnight stays in a sleeper cab. The role is based at our Kemsley Mill depot, but you may be required to work from one of our group company premises from time to time.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The main duties of this role include the operation of rigid tipping vehicles and other vehicles as instructed by The geographic area to be covered will predominantly be the South East but there will be occasional requirements to undertake deliveries further afield which will require some nights out for which you will be expected to use the sleeper cab. Your main working base will be our Kemsley Mill depot but there may be time where you will have to temporarily work from one of our group company premises.
To drive Category C vehicle safely, legally and efficiently as required.
To comply with all drivers hours and Road Transport Directive legislation.
To maintain driving and plant operation qualifications.
To load and unload vehicle and maintain safety and security of load at all times.
To carry out all necessary checks to ensure vehicle is safe, legal and to follow appropriate procedures if it is
To act as company ambassador when dealing with customers.
To complete all paperwork promptly and accurately as required.
To plan and adapt routes as necessary and feedback to the office on any issues around load planning and routing.
To operate all vehicle systems including sheeting systems, tipper systems, vacuum sludge pumps and water discharge pumps etc.
Experienced in all aspects of driving LGVs - Drivers CPC required.
Thorough knowledge of drivers hours legislation, tachograph procedures and other legal obligations.
Demonstrable route planning and map reading ability.
Comply with all Health & Safety requirements in depot, on road and at customers' premises and to take responsibility for ensuring your own fitness to drive at all times.Note: This job description is not exhaustive. In addition to the duties and responsibilities listed, the job holder is required to perform other duties assigned by their Manager from time to time to meet the ongoing need of the business.
About you:
Essential:
Valid Category C licence and Driver CPC qualification
Proven experience operating rigid tipping vehicles and LGVs
Strong knowledge of driver hours regulations and tachograph use
Ability to plan routes and adapt to changing conditions
Confident in loading/unloading and securing vehicle loads
Familiarity with vehicle systems (sheeting, tipping, pumps)
Good communication and customer service skills
Strong focus on safety, legal compliance, and vehicle checksDesirable:
Experience with operating plant equipmentBenefits:
Life Insurance with access to GP24
Commitment to wellbeing through Employee Assistance Programme
Electric Car salary sacrifice scheme for eligible employees
Cycle to work scheme
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Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) Driver & Equipment Operator, Transport & Machinery Operations Specialist, Commercial Vehicle Driver / Plant Operator, Logistics & Heavy Machinery Technician, and Freight Transport & Equipment Handling Operative may also be consideredBefore You Apply
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